Mercedes-Benz C-Class Saloon (93-00) - Review

Review by Parkers on
Last Updated: 17 November 2006
This excellent compact executive saloon and estate range is many people's introduction to Mercedes-Benz ownership. High standards of engineering, finish and driver satisfaction don't come cheaply, but C-Class has become common, with prices as low as £5000 for early models. Whether it merits paying a premium over German rivals such as Audi and BMW is really a question of how one values prestige.
3.5 out of 5

Performance

Refined and plenty of choice - from non-turbo C220 D and C250 D, turbo-diesel C220 CDi and C250 TD, plus petrol engines C180, C200, C220, C230, C240 V6, C280, C280 V6 and the supercharged C230 Kompressor.

4 out of 5

Handling

Gives composed handling and plenty of grip even in the wet, doesn't encourage sporty driving as much as the 3-Series BMW but feels more relaxed. Sport versions have harder suspension.